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Oct 24
11:21
SG Mothership
Singapore
Meghan Markle 'deeply distressed' after father allegedly found with child sex abuse material in Philippines home
Meghan's half-brother had been the one who allegedly found the material and reported their father to the authorities.
Oct 24
05:48
CN South China Morning Post
China
Hong Kong customs seizes 600 million illicit cigarettes in first 9 months of 2026
Hong Kong customs officers seized 600 million illicit cigarette sticks in the first three quarters of this year, the department chief has said as he revealed plans to roll out more advanced …
Oct 24
04:40
SG Channel News Asia state media
Singapore
65 harmful apps, 24 wrongly age-rated found in Singapore review of over 7,000 apps
Sexual content, violent content and content facilitating vice and organised crime were the most prevalent types of harmful and inappropriate content found.
Oct 24
04:28
ID Antara News state media
Indonesia
RI, Australia push regional cooperation against transnational crime
Indonesian and Australian governments push stronger regional security cooperation to combat terrorism and transnational ...
Oct 24
01:58
MY Malay Mail
Malaysia
Stop the ‘doomscrolling’: Fahmi says parents need to be digital traffic cops for their own kids
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 24 — Parents are reminded not to rely solely on platform providers to ensure their children&rsqu...
Oct 24
00:02
KH Khmer Times
Cambodia
Phnom Penh court rejects corruption allegations
The Phnom Penh Municipal Court has rejected allegations by Facebook user Dara Vong that plaintiffs must pay judges and prosecutors to have their cases heard. The post Phnom Penh court rejects corruption …
Oct 24
00:00
HK HK Free Press
Hong Kong
Police arrest 2 over HK$900K street scam involving fake lockout stories
Police have arrested two people after two victims lost a combined HK$900,000 to a scammer claiming to be locked out of their home and in need of money for a locksmith. Police …
Oct 23
22:00
CN South China Morning Post
China
What will China’s fifth plenum mean for the root-and-branch corruption drive?
Plenary sessions of the Central Committee, the upper echelon of China’s ruling Communist Party, are major events on the country’s political calendar. In the third part of this series, William Zheng and …
Oct 23
16:04
PH The Manila Times
Philippines
Authorities nab 1 suspect, seize P8.5M in ‘hot cigarettes’
A JOINT anti-smuggling operation in Himamaylan City, Negros Occidental, led to the confiscation of about 8,875 reams and 418 packs of illegal cigarettes worth approximately P8.5 million, authorities announced on Friday.Operatives from …
Oct 23
12:28
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
Federal Court rules when knowledge of drugs can be presumed
It rules that the substances must be found under the accused’s custody and control and not merely within the same vehicle.
Oct 23
12:26
CN South China Morning Post
China
Xi Jinping leads early Politburo meeting to signal anti-corruption drive ahead of plenum
China’s Communist Party convened an early monthly Politburo meeting on Friday to review a key internal inspection report, doubling down on its high-pressure anti-corruption campaign ahead of a major party conclave next …
Oct 23
11:28
ID Antara News state media
Indonesia
Indonesia moves to criminalize foreign bribery for OECD membership
Indonesia is stepping up efforts to overhaul its anti-corruption rules to criminalize foreign bribery, a key ...
Oct 23
07:25
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
How five Boeing 777s linked Madagascar’s power elite to Iran
Tycoon Mamy Ravatomanga faces trial Tuesday over five Boeing 777s allegedly routed to Iran via Madagascar to evade US sanctions.
Oct 23
07:03
MY Malay Mail
Malaysia
Rafizi instructs lawyers to sue Ramanan, says minister’s graft claims crossed defamation line
PETALING JAYA, Oct 23 — Former economy minister Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli has instructed his lawyers to begin...
Oct 23
06:01
PH Philippine Daily Inquirer
Philippines
Ex-Bangsamoro lawmaker denies link to Laos drug smuggling attempt
MANILA, Philippines — Former Bangsamoro parliament member Edrieza Hadji Nasser Rimbang on Friday denied any involvement in the attempted smuggling of P3.5-billion worth of illegal drug shipment from Laos, lamenting that he …
Oct 23
05:57
KR Korea Times
South Korea
Lee appoints special inspector to probe corruption involving first family, aides
President Lee Jae Myung on Friday appointed a former senior prosecutor as special inspector tasked with investigating irregularities involving the president's spouse, close relatives and senior presidential officials. Lee approved the appointment …
Oct 23
05:34
MY Malay Mail
Malaysia
Tighter rules for Malaysian dealers, agents, and accountants? BNM to review money laundering risks next year
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 23 — Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) will conduct the next iteration of the National Risk Assessment...
Oct 23
04:40
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
9 alleged ‘Geng Yunaa’ members face organised crime charges
However, no pleas are recorded.
Oct 23
04:37
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
Rafizi to sue Ramanan over corruption allegations
Bersama leader says the PKR vice-president made several allegations at a recent press conference which crossed the line.
Oct 22
23:00
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
Gangsterism among M’sian Indians takes root in schools, says activist
In a new book, Janakey Raman Manickam says Indian students join gangs in search of acceptance and recognition.
Oct 22
20:27
PH The Manila Times
Philippines
Tinio: Marcos accountable for budgets that fueled flood control corruption
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. must be held accountable for signing and implementing the 2024 and 2025 national budgets declared unconstitutional by the Supreme Court, House Deputy Minority Leader and …
Oct 22
17:35
KH Khmer Times
Cambodia
Authorities raid Phnom Penh scam site, detain foreigners
Phnom Penh authorities raided a suspected online scam operation in Por Senchey district, finding 20 Chinese and South Korean nationals. The post Authorities raid Phnom Penh scam site, detain foreigners appeared first …
Oct 22
17:30
KH Khmer Times
Cambodia
Cambodia voices ASEAN call for stronger arms control at UN
Cambodia, speaking on behalf of ASEAN at the United Nations, called for stronger action against illicit arms trafficking and greater regional cooperation on mine action, as the Kingdom continues clearing cluster munitions …
Oct 22
17:28
KH Khmer Times
Cambodia
Koh Kong authorities arrest five for smuggling
Authorities in Koh Kong province have arrested five people and seized nearly four tonnes of seafood along with 23 types of consumer goods suspected of being illegally smuggled from Thailand by sea. …
Oct 22
16:26
PH The Manila Times
Philippines
Report: Beijing considers sanctions
CHINA is reportedly considering 10 possible countermeasures against the Philippines, including sanctions on Filipino politicians, cuts in fuel and fertilizer supplies, and the removal of a Philippine Navy ship grounded at Ayungin …
Oct 22
16:24
PH The Manila Times
Philippines
‘POGO syndicates may bankroll 2028 bets’
HOUSE prosecution adviser Ace Barbers on Thursday urged law enforcement and financial intelligence agencies to investigate suspected links between illegal Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGOs) and political financing ahead of the 2028 …
Oct 22
16:18
PH The Manila Times
Philippines
CFO pushes stronger protection for Filipino fishermen
THE Commission on Filipinos Overseas (CFO) on Thursday reaffirmed its commitment to supporting multiagency efforts to safeguard Filipino fishermen against labor exploitation and human trafficking aboard foreign vessels.Research from Sallie Yea, associate …
Oct 22
15:49
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
Pardon won’t affect 1MDB-related recovery efforts, Dewan told
Finance minister Anwar Ibrahim says civil claims differ from criminal proceedings in their legal basis and evidence requirements.
Oct 22
13:15
ID Antara News state media
Indonesia
Indonesia, Australia step up fight against online scam networks
Indonesia has received Australia's pledge of full support in efforts to combat cybercrime, particularly online ...
Oct 22
11:58
MY Malay Mail
Malaysia
Police bust alleged sex trafficking syndicate exploiting children, generating RM450,000 monthly
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 22 — Police have crippled ‘Geng Yunaa’, believed to be involved in 17 cas...
Oct 22
11:39
TL Tatoli state media
Timor-Leste
Australia pledges continued support for Timor-Leste to combat transnational crime
DÍLI, 22 October 2026 (TATOLI) — Australia has pledged to strengthen security cooperation with Timor-Leste to combat transnational crime, including through closer collaboration between the two countries’ police and defence forces. Australian …
Oct 22
11:12
MY Free Malaysia Today
Malaysia
Child prostitution ring that recruited teens in Klang Valley busted
Bukit Aman criminal investigation department director M Kumar says 'Geng Yunaa' would recruit local children, teenagers and foreigners.
Oct 22
11:09
TL Tatoli state media
Timor-Leste
Timor-Leste, New Zealand discuss cooperation in the fight against transnational organised crime and irregular migration
DILI, 22 October 2026 (TATOLI) — Timor-Leste and New Zealand discussed strengthening cooperation to combat transnational organised crime and irregular migration during a meeting in Dili on Thursday. Timor-Leste’s Minister of the …
Oct 22
10:31
MY Malay Mail
Malaysia
MACC chief urges MCMC staff to expose misconduct and reject abuse of power
PUTRAJAYA, Oct 22 — Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) staff have been urged to...
Oct 22
10:19
MY Malay Mail
Malaysia
Police raid Melaka scam call centres targeting Chinese, Vietnamese victims, arrest 29
MELAKA, Oct 22 — Police crippled the activities of two call center syndicates suspected of being involved in...
Oct 22
10:16
MY Malay Mail
Malaysia
Court of Appeal revokes bail for wheelchair-bound man charged with trafficking 6.2kg of cannabis
PUTRAJAYA, Oct 22 — The Court of Appeal today overturned a High Court decision that had released a wheelchai...
Oct 22
09:20
PH The Manila Times
Philippines
DOJ warns of possible POGO resurgence, scam hubs
MANILA, Philippines — Scam hubs and human trafficking operations continue to surface in the Philippines despite the government’s nationwide ban on Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs), with Justice Department officials warning that …
Oct 22
08:47
PH GMA Network
Philippines
Laos-PH drug smuggling mastermind tied to int'l syndicate -- PDEA
The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) on Thursday said the alleged mastermind of the Laos drug smuggling attempt has ties to an international criminal syndicate.
Oct 22
08:45
TH The Thaiger
Thailand
Thai Tourist Police pledge better support for Chinese visitors
Thailand’s Tourist Police Bureau has pledged to improve assistance for Chinese and other international visitors, following a recent travel warning from the Chinese embassy over kidnappings involving Chinese nationals. The bureau announced …
Oct 22
07:31
MY Malay Mail
Malaysia
Nine charged with being members of ‘Geng Suria’ crime group in Sungai Petani
SUNGAI PETANI, Oct 22 — Nine men were charged in the Sessions Court here today with being members of an organised...